Tenure Track Group Leader | Cell Biology | LMB 3023

To direct an internationally competitive research programme within the Cell Biology Division relevant to the Laboratory of Molecular Biology’s (LMB) research portfolio, drawing on the collaborative inputs and team-working of other colleagues both within and outside MRC.

• To develop and lead a programme of research addressing fundamental processes in cell or tissue biology and/or developing methods relevant to such research.
• To recruit and supervise a small team of PhD Students and Postdoctoral Fellows.
• To complete research projects in a timely manner and publish the results in leading scientific journals.
• To present the results of the research at national and international conferences.
• To contribute to LMB-wide activities relating to organisation of scientific activities and technological infrastructure.
• To contribute to scientific progress in the field as a whole by, for example, membership of expert committees, editing specialist journals, refereeing funding applications.
• To contribute to the MRC’s engagement with the public and to other public communications initiatives.
• To ensure that any intellectual property is protected and, where possible, translating the results of research into useful new approaches or treatments that improve human health.

You will report to the Heads of Division. As an independent Group Leader (Programme Leader Track) you will be expected to interact with Scientists and Support Staff within the Cell Biology Division and the rest of the LMB, and externally with members of the national and international research community.

Person requirements

• PhD or equivalent in a relevant subject.
• Experience in studying fundamental processes in molecular, cell, or tissue biology, or developing methods relevant to the study of cells and tissues.
• Independent and successful research in a relevant subject.

• Research interests that fit well with the present and future science of the Division.
• Experience of planning and developing projects or programmes of work.

• Evidence of having influenced wider practice or knowledge in the field.
• A very ambitious or innovative research proposal.

This will include discoveries and significant achievements, and published papers preferably as primary author.

• Independent working and decision making
• Excellent standards of research conduct
• Mentoring and team supervision
• Originality
• Influencing skills
• Communication skills
• Collaboration
• Leadership
• Intellectual Property

Applications should include a CV with a full publication list and a 3-page research proposal describing long-term goals.

Corporate/Local responsibilities & requirements

You must at all times carry out your responsibilities with due regard to the UKRI:

• Code of Conduct
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion policy
• Health and Safety policy
• Data Protection policy

Job descriptions should be reviewed on a regular basis and at the annual appraisal.  Any changes should be made and agreed between you and your manager.

The above lists are not exhaustive and you are required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be requested within the scope of the post.  All employees are required to act professionally, co-operatively and flexibly in line with the requirements of the post, the MRC and UKRI.

The role holder will be required to have the appropriate level of security screening/vetting required for the role. UKRI reserves the right to run or re-run security clearance as required during the course of employment.

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As users of the disability confident scheme, any candidate who opts into the scheme and best meets the essential criteria, will be shortlisted for interview. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered.

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Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be rejected and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.

As part of the pre-employment checks there is a requirement to undergo Baseline Personnel Security Screening. BPSS is a pre-condition of employment and failure to achieve it may mean that the employment offer is rescinded. UKRI reserves the right to run, or re-run, security clearance as required during the course of employment.